secondaryguideline
nounUK /ˈsekəndəri ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/
US /ˈsekənderi ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/
A second rule that helps you know what to do.
The teacher gave us a secondary guideline about walking in the hall.
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2. A less important suggestion that helps with a main plan.
The map had a secondary guideline for rainy days.
3. A follow-up note that explains a main rule more clearly.
Read the secondary guideline if the first rule is confusing.
4. A helpful hint used only when the main rule does not cover a case.
As a secondary guideline, ask an adult if you are unsure.